Research in Motion today unwrapped another low-end BlackBerry device called the Curve 9320. RIM is targeting the device at social network aficionados with its social-centric features and most importantly, a dedicated BBM key to give a quick access to RIM’s messenger service.

The Curve 9320 supports 3G and comes with a 2.44-inch 320×240 display, BlackBerry 7.1 OS, Wi-Fi, 3.2MP camera, FM Radio, 512MB RAM and ROM, microSD card slot and 1450mAh battery.

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At the BlackBerry World, RIM revealed details regarding its upcoming OS – BlackBerry 10. RIM says BlackBerry 10 has been built “on the core values and exceptional user experiences that have attracted more than 77 million BlackBerry customers” and is emphasizing on gestures that will allow users to multitask quickly and efficiently.

BlackBerry is known for its physical QWERTY keyboards but interestingly, the BlackBerry 10 concentrates more on the touchscreen front. However, this does not mean RIM will adopt a similar strategy to HTC’s.

RIM also introduced a BlackBerry 10 Dev Alpha device and as is evident, this prototype device sports a 4.2-inch (1280×768) touchscreen display, micro-HDMI support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and microSIM support.

[Via PR|The Verge]

India is a big market for BlackBerry smartphones and capitalizing on that fact, RIM today introduced the most affordable BlackBerry 7 smartphone. Carrying an asking price of Rs. 10,990, the Curve 9220 will be available in India from tomorrow and runs BlackBerry 7.1 OS. Additionally, it features a 2.44-inch TFT display, 2MP camera, FM Radio, physical QWERTY keyboard, microSD card slot, Wi-Fi, talk time of 7 hours and even a dedicated BBM key.

Interestingly, RIM will also enable buyers with a selection of paid BlackBerry apps totaling to Rs. 2,500. This offer is valid up to June 30.

RIM today announced a new accessory to complement its maiden tablet. The BlackBerry Mini Keyboard is compatible with BlackBerry PlayBook and doubles up as a stand to give it a laptop-like form factor. Another advantage is the integration of a multi-touch touchpad that not only functions as a regular mouse but also supports Playbook gestures.

RIM says the keyboard connects securely over Bluetooth to PlayBook and has a battery life of up to 30 days.

The keyboard can be pre-ordered for US$119.99.

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As promised, RIM has released the BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 update for its PlayBook tablet. The new software update is a significant one as it adds lots of new features, including native email. To give you a brief rundown, the new update brings features like unified inbox, multi-tasking within email, deep social integration of contacts, improved BlackBerry Bridge, improved version of Office suite, video store and more.

Check out the video showing PlayBook OS 2.0 in action.

[Via BB Blog]

We’ve seen the BlackBerry London before but the avatar which we saw back in November is totally different to the one we’re seeing it right now. The new image acquired by folks over at CrackBerry confirms RIM has shelved the angular edges and will instead adopt a “phonified” version of BlackBerry PlayBook.

It will run BlackBerry 10 OS and will be powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor (could be TI OMAP5 or Qualcomm), 8MP camera and more.

The site claims in addition to London, RIM is also preparing two other devices codenamed Laguna and Lisbon for US market to cater to operators like AT&T, Verizon and Sprint.

RIM announced a new software update for BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 at the CES 2012 and we managed to get our hands on it. The PlayBook OS 2.0 is a significant update that takes the maiden BlackBerry tablet to a whole new level.

The most missed feature in the PlayBook is now available – native email. Additionally, there’s an unified inbox, multi-tasking within email, deep social integration of contacts, improved BlackBerry Bridge that allows to use BlackBerry device’s keyboard and mouse, control it and even open files and videos directly from the phone to the PlayBook.

On the business front, the new OS will integrate an improved version of Documents to Go office suite, increased control of corporate data, more apps and a video store (not shown on the video).

RIM will release the BlackBerry PlayBook OS 2.0 in February 2012.

Out in the market for a decently-priced tablet? Well, you can take a look at RIM’s BlackBerry PlayBook. The entry-level BlackBerry tablet now goes for just Rs. 13,490. A steal, if you ask me. Other SKUs like the 32GB and 64GB also got a price drop, which is now Rs. 15,990 and Rs. 24,490 respectively.

The offer is valid till December 31, 2011 and is available at all BlackBerry outlets.

Wondering about the PlayBook? You can check out our review here.

[Via FoneArena]

One range that can be greatly credited to RIM’s success in India is the Curve series. The series is a stepping stone for first time BlackBerry users that gives a taste of what the BlackBerry service is like and that too at an affordable price. For instance, the Curve 8520. However, RIM is trying to take things further with the introduction of Curve 9360, which is a mid-range device with features comparable to that of a high-end BlackBerry.

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Research in Motion today announced BlackBerry 10 OS at the Developer Conference in Singapore. Now before you get confused, the BlackBerry 10 OS is the same as previously announced BBX but has dropped the short and marketable moniker due to legal issues.

BASIS International holds the BBX trademark and was granted a temporary restraining order (TRO) against Research in Motion (RIM) to not use the BBX name.

Whatever the name, the OS will boast the same integration you’d expect in BBX.

[Via FoneArena|Engadget]